One of my greatest passions when it comes to food and cooking is the incorporation of local ingredients. I find myself so inspired by local produce, trips to the farmer’s market, my neighborhood spice shop, and trying out new local products. A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of meeting Santhoshi, a local cook,…
Chili Garlic Veg & Grain Bowls
When I get on a kick with a certain food or snack I really get into it. This winter my favorite thing to eat has been roasted broccoli dipped in chili garlic mayo (I liked this brand). It wasn’t until a few months ago that I started roasting broccoli, mostly for buddha bowls, and it…
25 Minute Vegan Banana Bread Cookies
Banana bread is the definition of cozy for me. There is something so comforting about making a batch of banana bread and then enjoying a slice, preferably with some peanut butter. The only downside is that a loaf of banana bread can take quite a while to bake and it’s hard to be patient when…
Cilantro Lime Hummus
What are your thoughts on flavored hummus? I love the idea of all kinds of hummus flavor mashups but when it comes down to it, I have always been sort of hummus purist. I like hummus with lots of lemon, garlic and tahini- and not much else. Until I discovered the cilantro lime hummus at…
Hummus & Tapenade Sandwiches
Growing up my family always packed food to eat while traveling. Maybe it was to resist the smell of airpot cinnamon rolls, or to save money, but my mom always had sandwiches, fruit or other snacks for us. If we were traveling with my grandparents you can bet that there was a large bag filled…
Moroccan-Spiced Vegetable Soup
I love to travel, and Morocco is definitely on my bucket list. So while I might not be able to get to Northern Africa any time soon, I can certainly trigger my imagination through a hearty bowl of soup inspired and flavored by warm Moroccan spices. It was after a stop in one of my…
Pinto & Sweet Potato Tacos with Purple Cabbage “Tortillas”
After two months of extensive travel I am trying to make some dietary changes. Anyone who knows me well will know that carbs and sugar are my preferences, always. A plant-based vegan diet I can do, I have done it, you can eat cookies on a vegan diet and I can live without cheese. Oats,…
Butternut & Chickpea Vegetable Curry
At this time of year with extra busy schedules many of us need some extra quick and easy dinner ideas to make life a little bit easier. I completely adore anything with curry and Indian takeout is one of my guilty pleasures. The past year or so, I’ve been playing around more often with curry…
Chai-Spiced Apple Baked Oatmeal
Chai-Spiced Apple Baked Oatmeal I am in love with this season. It’s finally cool in the mornings and evenings, yet still sunny and warmer in the afternoon. I am thrilled for boots, jeans, sweaters, and most importantly way more use of my oven! This recipe is quintessential fall. Warm and cozy baked oatmeal with all of the…
Spicy Squash & Root Vegetable Soup
Spicy Squash & Root Vegetable Soup It’s no secret that I love fall. It is absolutely my favorite season and has been since childhood. Something about the weather cooling, the leaves changing, and switching from shorts to jean and boots just makes me happy. Not to mention the food is pretty darn…